Annual Conference Offering 2021
As of July 31, we collected $73,839 and we have $124,161 to go. 188 churches participated in the Annual Conference Offering and it will be essential to have your support in encouraging other churches to join in the offering. If all 1,100 churches join, we will far succeed in our goal to share the love with our neighbors, local and beyond.

We appreciate all the churches who joined this effort and encourage other churches to be a part of the cause.

Thank you once more for your support. We are grateful to be connected in ministry together.

Rev. Seungsoo ‘RJ’ Jun
Associate Director of Serving Ministries
Virginia Conference of the United Methodist Church
Mobile: 804-385-0614


2021 Lay Servant Academy
August 21, 2021
9 a.m. - 4 p.m. 

Come join us for Lay Servant Academy Online Training Day: We are excited to be hosting Summer Lay Servant courses which will take place on Saturday, August 21.

NEW THIS YEAR: Both full-day and half-day course offerings! All courses are designed for equipping laity for the work and mission of each person’s calling. Instructors for each course include both clergy and laity who are ready to give practical and relevant resources that will be useful in various ministry areas. Lay Servant Academy is for all of the Virginia Conference Laity who feel called to ministry or who currently serve the church and would like to grow in their servant leadership.
Click here to view the course descriptions and other information (pdf)

For more information or for questions, you may contact Tianna Durbin, Director of Lay Servant Academy TiannaD@arcolachurch.org.
Rappahannock River District offering fall virtual Lay Servant Training

The Rappahannock River District is pleased to offer another Virtual Lay Servant Training this fall. These classes will be held via Zoom and are open to all districts.

The classes will be held on consecutive Saturdays (September 18, 25, & October 2). The classes offered include:

  • Basic (8:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.)
  • United Methodist Heritage (1 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.)
  • Called to Preach (8:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.)
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Registration should be submitted no later than September 13, 2021. Learn more...

Lay Servant Training is a leadership development program for any and all laity in the UMC. It can help anyone who is interested in learning more in their pursuit of being a better leader and servant for Christ’s church. If you are a Lay Servant, you must attend the ENTIRE course in order to receive credit for certification or recertification. Recertification is required every three years for both Certified Lay Servants and Certified Lay Speakers.
Click anywhere on flyer for more information on Bible Land Exploration Trip
Virtual 5 K for All God's Children Camp
It's that time again for our 2nd annual Virtual 5k fundraiser for All God's Children Camp. You can run/walk this race anytime on August 21 or any date and time that suits you! Don't forget to take a picture of yourself and share it on our All God's Children Camp Facebook page with the hashtag #agcc5k. Click the link below to register and help support camp as we break the cycle of incarceration! For more information contact Lori Smith at lttlelori@gmail.com
 
MUSIC DIRECTOR/ACCOMPANIST

St. Matthias United Methodist Church in Fredericksburg, Virginia, is seeking a highly motivated, energetic part-time Music Director/Accompanist to develop and lead our music ministry. We engage traditional and contemporary elements in blended in-person and online Sunday worship services. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, directing vocalists, planning music for weekly worship and special worship services throughout the year, accompanying the congregation, singing, and playing special music. The director will work closely with the Pastor and handbell and praise band directors. Knowledge of sound boards, audio/video recording and editing processes, computer skills for communication and collaboration, etc., is strongly preferred.  This position is approximately 10-15 hours a week. Starting salary is $15,000. Interested candidates are asked to submit a resume including links to an audition video (social media links are acceptable) no later than August 18th. Apply at Indeed.com: https://www.indeed.com/job/music-directoraccompanist-81c892c113f87321
Congregational Care Pastor
Fredericksburg United Methodist Church is seeking a part-time, congregational care pastor to work as part of a team within our congregational care staff. This position is open to qualified candidates from a denominational background that can work within the Wesleyan theological tradition. This position has been previously filled by bi-vocational pastors, so a flexible schedule can be discussed. Job description available upon request. Candidates must send a cover letter and resume to: pastorgina@fumcva.org or contact the lead church pastor, Rev. Gina Anderson-Cloud at 540-373-9021, ext. 104.
 
Organist/Choir Director
Kilmarnock United Methodist Church is seeking part-time Organist/Choir Director (Rogers 3 manual T957 organ and a concert grand piano) for weekly Sunday services and for special services also to include weekly rehearsals with the adult choir. We are looking for a musician with organ and piano skills to share their faith through music to the glory of God, who also has experience conducting a 15 person choir. Musician would be responsible for planning and selecting music in collaboration with the pastor. Salary range is commensurate with experience. Interested persons may contact Pastor Penny Cory at Phone #804-435-1797 to receive a complete job description. Cover letter and resumes may be mailed to Kilmarnock UMC, P.O. Box 2095, Kilmarnock, VA 22482 or secretarykumc@gmail.com.
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT/FINANCIAL SECRETARY NEEDED
St Matthias UMC, Fredericksburg, is seeking an Administrative Assistant/Financial Secretary. Candidate needs a high degree of organization, ability to work independently and collaboratively, and demonstrate dependability and discretion with confidential information. Computer capability to include Google Workplace and Quickbooks and the ability to become competent with additional software including Servant Keeper, Faithlife, and social media, as well as print and electronic publication software. In addition, abilities in multi-tasking, communication, interpersonal skills, office management, and maintenance of financial, personnel, and other records. Excellent opportunity to make a difference in a faith community. Position is part-time, 25 hours a week, Monday – Friday. Benefits include Personal Time Off, holidays, and some schedule flexibility. Compensation range is $23,400 – $26,000. Applicants should submit a cover letter and resume to pastorbert@stmtoday.com no later than 31 July.
Job Opening
Regester Chapel UMC in Stafford is seeking a Director of Music Ministry. Please click here for a complete job description.
  CONTACT INFORMATION

District Superintendent: Rev. Charles F. Ledlum-Bates, Ph.D.

2020 District Co-Lay Lay Leader:

2020 District Co-Lay Leader:

Lay Servant Director: Ms. Jennifer Robinson O'Brien fxbcryptkeeper@gmail.com
Youth Coordinator: TJ Oliver, rrdyouth@vaumc.org
Office Manager: Lynn Manley rappahannockriverdistrict@vaumc.org
Administrative Assistant Connie Devenport conniedevenport@vaumc.org


Mailing Address: PO BOX 100, Ladysmith, VA 22501 Phone   804.448.8326
Office Location: Inside Wright’s Chapel UMC at 8063 Ladysmith Road, Ruther Glen, VA (do not use for mail)